Establish a Regular Daily Schedule
When a new puppy comes into your home, some adjustments must be made to accommodate his needs. Dogs are creatures of habit and feel most secure when kept on a regular and predictable schedule. Behavior problems are less likely to occur in dogs who have learned to expect a regular daily routine that includes exercise, training, play, affection, and feeding.
Begin to introduce your new puppy to your daily routine as soon as you bring him home. Feed him in the same place and at the same time each day. Provide him with regularly scheduled exercise, training and play periods. Once your puppy begins to expect his food, attention and play at particular times each day, he will be ready to rest quietly in his crate when needed and will be less likely to develop problem behaviors.
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